Medical Laboratory Assistant: Specimen Reception & Pre-Analytics

Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust; Colchester (VT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the specimen reception team in the Blood Sciences Pathology Department at Colchester Hospital. The role involves receipt and pre-analytics processing of pathology samples, which are then passed on to other specialties.

Training will be provided, and knowledge of pathology would be advantageous. Shifts cover a 24-hour period, including evenings, weekends, and nights.

Qualifications

• Training will be provided; pathology knowledge is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for sample receipt, numbering and data entry on to the computer system.
• Identify, action and report mislabelled or mislaid specimens, unsuitable sample or process failure.
• Participate in the day-to-day management of stock control and usage.

Job description

Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Medical Laboratory Assistant to join the specimen reception team in the Blood Sciences Pathology Department at Colchester Hospital. The role involves receipt and pre-analytics processing of pathology samples, which are then passed on to other specialties.

Training will be provided, and knowledge of pathology would be advantageous. Shifts cover a 24-hour period, including evenings, weekends, and nights.